PHOENIX -- Prevent the blues by not skipping meals. Ideally, consuming eat four to five smaller, balanced meals throughout the day will balance your blood sugar, hence balancing your mood and avoiding tired and cranky mode.

Choosing dark, fair trade chocolate without additives or excess sugar) will provide an instant boost in in concentration and mood as blood flow to the brain increases helping you feel vibrant and energized.

Eat more asparagus, a plant based source of tryptophan which creates serotonin in the body.

Increase Omega-3 fatty acids as they boost the mental state in with those with depression. Foods include walnuts, cold water, wild caught fish, and flaxseeds.

Increase B6 and folic acid, two nutrients found to be lacking in those with depression. Food sources include eggs, lean beef, shellfish, sunflower seeds, wheat germ, oranges, broccoli, and beets. Always remember, if the blue state gets too blue, be sure to consult your physician.

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